Data/GIS Scientist

# Data/GIS Scientist (fulltime with a 35-hour work week)Salary RangeFulltime salary is $60,000-$80,000 (depending on qualifications) with a competitive benefits package. Location: Hybrid work environment in Sandy Hook, CTClosing DateOpen until filled or closed## About WestCOGThe Western Connecticut Council of Governments (WestCOG) is a metropolitan and regional planning organization that provides transportation, environmental, economic development, GIS and other planning services to 18 municipalities in western and southwestern Connecticut. ## Job Description and ResponsibilitiesWestCOG seeks a qualified, experienced, and highly motivated individual to serve as a full-time **Data / GIS Scientist**.

The successful candidate will provide technical assistance to regional and local staff, support municipal GIS programs, and contribute to regional initiatives. Initial Job responsibilities will focus on **improving municipal property data**, including parcel mapping and Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) integration. Parcel and CAMA data collected from towns are critical to broadband mapping, transportation planning, and emergency response. Enhancing the accuracy and usability of this data is an ongoing regional priority. Job responsibilities may evolve over time and are expected to include:

Georeference and digitization of parcel surveys into GIS Collection, organization, and processing of CAMA information to ensure accurate property data matching Creation, integration, and maintenance of databases and datasets Technical support of all agency programs and projects Development and provision of maps, charts, and other cartographic products Quality assurance and quality control Conduct research and analysis, including modeling exercises Prepare reports and related planning documents for technical and non-technical audiences Communicate with local, state, and federal officials Facilitate public and stakeholder engagement, and Other tasks as assigned.

## Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and ExperienceDesired SkillsThe ideal candidate should be innovative, creative, motivated, affable, and reliable. Candidates should have a minimum of three years of relevant work experience that provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability to perform the job. These include: Proficiency in one or more of the following:

ArcGIS, QGIS, Python, or other data analysis/spatial modeling toolsAbility to work within government structure and protocolAbility to work independently, while maintaining strong working relationships with supervisors, staff, elected officials, committee members, consultants, and members of the publicApplication development/ AutomationAttribute and metadataData collectionData integrationDatabase designDesktop, server, and mobile GISGIS best practicesNetwork analysis